The Canoe/Kayak Slalom Events consist of canoeist and kayakers attempting to navigate the rapids while going through the strategically placed red and green gates. The red gates must be gone through from the downstream side of the gate while the green gates are paddled straight through with the flow of the river.
The K-1 Flatwater Slalom Event
The Shunyi Olympic Canoe-Rowing Center in Beijing, China
By George Sayour, About.com Guide
Laura Blakeman of Great Britain competes in the K-1 Slalom Event at The Shunyi Olympic Canoe-Rowing Center in Beijing, China.
Laura Blakeman of Great Britain competes in the K-1 Slalom Event
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